Minnesota Homeowners Insurance

U.S. Treasury FIO data for 689 ZIP codes in Minnesota (MN).

The verdict

Homeowners in Minnesota pay about $1,928/yr, 9% above the U.S. average - the 18th most expensive of 51 states.

$1,928
State avg premium
+9%
vs U.S. average
+12.8%
2018→2022 change
#18
of 51 states

Across 689 ZIP codes, ZIP-level premiums vary widely within the state.

Homeowners in Minnesota pay an average of $1,928 per year for home insurance — 9% above the national average of $1,776. That ranks Minnesota as the 18th most expensive state out of 51 for homeowners insurance. Between 2018 and 2022, premiums rose by 12.8%; loss ratios above 100% indicate insurers paid more in claims than they collected, a leading indicator of future rate increases; nonrenewal rates climbed by 22.3% over the same period.

On five-year premium growth (2018–2022), Minnesota ranks 8th out of 51 states. Its nonrenewal rate (0.65%) ranks 45th out of 50 — nonrenewal is an early warning indicator of insurer retreat, often tied to disaster risk.

Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury, Federal Insurance Office — "Analyses of U.S. Homeowners Insurance Markets, 2018–2022." Premium values are five-year averages across all ZIP-level observations. See methodology for caveats.

Avg Premium
$1,928/yr
National avg: $1,776 (+9% above)
Premium Change
+12.8%
2018-2022 change
Avg Loss Ratio
117.2%
Claims paid vs premiums earned
Nonrenewal Rate
0.65%
+22.3% change

Data Snapshot: Minnesota Homeowners Insurance

Minnesota homeowners paid an average of $1,928 per year for home insurance based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 689 ZIP codes across the state. That is 9% above the national average of $1,776 per year reported by the Federal Insurance Office. Minnesota ranks 18th most expensive out of 51 states and territories on annual premium, with ZIP-level observations ranging from $1,095 in 55602 to $5,811 in 55403.

Between 2018 and 2022, average premiums rose by 12.8% in Minnesota, placing the state 8th nationally on five-year premium growth. The state-level loss ratio averaged 117.2%, meaning insurers paid out more in claims than they collected in premiums, a leading indicator of future rate increases. Nonrenewal rates, the share of policies insurers decline to extend at expiration, averaged 0.65%, a climb of 22.3% over the study period (ranking 45th out of 50 states).

Within Minnesota, premium dispersion across ZIP codes is substantial: the most expensive ZIP (55403 in Minneapolis) charges 431% more than the least expensive (55602 in Brimson), reflecting local differences in catastrophe exposure, construction costs, and claims history. The FIO dataset aggregates voluntary reporting from the 40 largest homeowners insurers covering roughly 80% of the U.S. market, so ZIP-level figures represent market averages rather than individual quotes; actual premiums vary with dwelling value, deductible, coverage limits, and insurer-specific underwriting. This page is for educational research only and is not insurance advice, homeowners should obtain quotes from multiple licensed carriers or an independent agent before purchasing or renewing coverage.

How to read these figures: state averages on this page are computed from U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office data, which the office collects directly from the largest homeowners insurers and reports at the ZIP-code level. A statewide average blends expensive coastal and wildfire-exposed markets with lower-cost inland areas, so the figure is a useful benchmark but will understate what some residents pay and overstate what others pay. The loss ratio is the share of every premium dollar that insurers returned as claims; sustained ratios near or above one signal a market under pressure, where rate increases, tighter underwriting, or nonrenewals tend to follow. Claim frequency and nonrenewal rates show how often policies result in claims and how often insurers decline to renew, both of which track local catastrophe exposure. Treat the state number as context, then drill into your own ZIP code for the figure closest to your situation and compare quotes from several licensed carriers before deciding.

Loss Ratio Reading: Minnesota

0%150%117%

Minnesota statewide - FIO 2018-2022 average: 117% (Underwriting loss) - paid out more than collected, rate increases virtually guaranteed.

ZIP Codes Tracked

689

Reporting Period

2018-2022

Source

U.S. Treasury FIO

Premium Trends (2018-2022)

Year Avg Premium Median Premium
2018 $1,708 $1,603
2019 $1,761 (+3.1%) $1,663
2020 $1,801 (+2.3%) $1,715
2021 $1,868 (+3.7%) $1,788
2022 $1,928 (+3.2%) $1,857

Average premium in Minnesota, 2018–2022

Average homeowners premium per year in Minnesota.

$1,650$1,700$1,750$1,800$1,850$1,900$1,950 20182019202020212022 $1,928
Average homeowners premium per year in Minnesota.

All ZIP Codes in Minnesota

689 ZIP codes sorted by premium (highest first). Click column headers to sort.

ZIP City Premium
55403 Minneapolis $5,811
55391 Wayzata $4,839
55356 Long Lake $4,509
55424 Minneapolis $3,840
55436 Minneapolis $3,822
55331 Excelsior $3,656
55439 Minneapolis $3,615
55405 Minneapolis $3,426
55359 Maple Plain $3,332
55347 Eden Prairie $3,311
55340 Hamel $3,297
55001 Afton $3,297
55344 Eden Prairie $3,101
55127 Saint Paul $3,081
55305 Hopkins $3,079
55435 Minneapolis $3,064
55357 Loretto $3,027
55364 Mound $3,022
55446 Minneapolis $2,985
55317 Chanhassen $2,975
55372 Prior Lake $2,943
55088 Webster $2,920
55311 Maple Grove $2,868
55386 Victoria $2,842
55047 Marine On Saint Croix $2,785
55447 Minneapolis $2,775
55120 Saint Paul $2,767
55442 Minneapolis $2,765
55408 Minneapolis $2,756
55077 Inver Grove Heights $2,746
55384 Spring Park $2,745
55129 Saint Paul $2,737
55410 Minneapolis $2,736
55416 Minneapolis $2,730
55082 Stillwater $2,729
55345 Minnetonka $2,688
55438 Minneapolis $2,687
55089 Welch $2,682
55020 Elko New Market $2,668
55441 Minneapolis $2,650
55042 Lake Elmo $2,640
55115 Saint Paul $2,637
55375 Saint Bonifacius $2,634
55105 Saint Paul $2,632
55346 Eden Prairie $2,626
55387 Waconia $2,609
55123 Saint Paul $2,595
55419 Minneapolis $2,566
55031 Hampton $2,564
55125 Saint Paul $2,562

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average homeowners insurance cost in Minnesota?
The average homeowners insurance premium in Minnesota is $1,928 per year, based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 689 ZIP codes. This is 9% above the national average of $1,776.
How have insurance premiums changed in Minnesota?
Minnesota homeowners insurance premiums changed by +12.8% between 2018 and 2022. The average loss ratio is 117.2%, meaning insurers pay out that percentage of earned premiums in claims.
Which ZIP code has the most expensive insurance in Minnesota?
The most expensive ZIP code for homeowners insurance in Minnesota is 55403, with an average premium of $5,811/yr. The most affordable is 55602 at $1,095/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate for Minnesota homeowners insurance?
The average nonrenewal rate in Minnesota is 0.65%. This rate has changed by +22.3% from 2018 to 2022. Nonrenewals occur when an insurer declines to renew an existing policy at expiration. ZIP 56727 has the highest nonrenewal rate in the state at 5.49%.
What is a loss ratio and what does Minnesota's mean?
A loss ratio measures how much an insurer pays out in claims compared to premiums collected. Minnesota's average loss ratio is 117.2%. Ratios above 100% indicate insurers are paying more in claims than they collect, which often leads to premium increases.
How often do homeowners file insurance claims in Minnesota?
The average claim frequency in Minnesota is 13.17%, meaning that percentage of policies result in a claim each year. The average claim severity (cost per claim) is $16,728. Higher claim frequency and severity typically correlate with higher premiums.

What this means in Minnesota

State averages set the benchmark — your ZIP and your home decide the rest.

  • Look up your exact ZIP in Minnesota — premiums vary widely across the state. Browse ZIPs
  • See where Minnesota ranks against every other state. Premium rankings
  • A high statewide loss ratio signals rate pressure — understand what that means before you renew. Loss ratio guide

State figures are five-year ZIP-level averages from U.S. Treasury FIO data — a benchmark, not a quote for any individual home.

Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury, Federal Insurance Office (FIO) Homeowners Insurance Data (2018-2022). Premiums are ZIP-level averages and may not reflect individual policy costs U.S. Department of the Treasury, Federal Insurance Office (FIO) Homeowners Insurance Data (2018-2022). Premiums are ZIP-level averages and may not reflect individual policy costs

Source data: U.S. Treasury FIO · FEMA National Risk Index · NOAA Storm Events. See our methodology.